1415T2g1 South Korea/Participant Information/Phua Rui Peng
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About Phua Rui Peng
Preferred Name: Ruips
SMU email: rpphua.2013@business.smu.edu.sg
Facebook: [1]
Academic Year: 2
Degree: Bachelor in Business Administration
Majors: Operations Management & Strategic Management
Why TSM South Korea?
- What motivates you to join TSM?
I have always wanted to be an entrepreneur from a young age. While i might have certain ideas or concepts in mind, i often lack the time and necessary skills to develop my plans. Hence, through this course, i can grasp a better idea of the fundamentals of entrepreneurship.
In addition, IT is an ever evolving and ever changing area that its a challenge to keep up. While it is true, IT is inevitable and essential across almost al businesses, and hence learning about technopreneurship is going to be an eye opener.
- Why pick South Korea?
Korea is a very innovative country where they have a lot of interesting ideas that are new and creative. So to go there and experience for myself is going to be a fantastic opportunity. Also, I would like to take this opportunity to explore different parts of Seoul. I am sure this country has a lot to offer in terms of cultural richness and heritage in addition to the vibrant city life. Not forgetting, authentic korean cuisines is a must!
Internship Opportunities
- What types of internship opportunities interest you?
I am open to all kinds! My preferred ones would be operations and business management of companies.
- Any ideal firms (based in South Korea) that you wishes to join?
LG Electronics
Samsung
Kakao Talk
Daehan Logistics
Korean Air
Starting a business
- What types of business interest you?
Food and Beverages Company
Logistics Company
Manufacturing Company
- What plan do you have in starting a business? (list existing business)
I have a passion for fitness, and i love kids. So I am thinking of starting a fitness school for children, to teach them many different sports at a young age. I want to promote healthy lifestyle from young, can also nurturing talent out of the classroom.
Past Experiences
- Describe your past experience (entrepreneurship, or works in start ups etc)
I have no prior experience in that, but i definitely look forward to having an opportunity in the upcoming summer.
Credits
Prof Benjamin's Wiki Page
